Running Chrome on a Windows notebook with a trackpad, the browser has a tendency to randomly zoom in at the most inappropriate of times, especially when using a combination of Ctrl-Click and cursor-moving to open multiple tabs. I put up with this quirk for months. That is until today, when it finally got the better of me. More »
If you’re setting off on a road trip or a flight this weekend, chances are you’re frantically searching for ways to stay connected and limit your boredom and hassles while travelling. Whether it’s sniffing out Wi-Fi passwords or making sure you have access to key documents, we’ve got your travel toolkit covered for smartphones and laptops. More »
Dear Lifehacker, I have a Sorny Inspironbookmate 2564300iP00. Can I make Hackintosh? But seriously, I know a lot of people ask if they can hackintosh their obscure laptop that nobody has ever heard and I know it’s very unlikely that they can, but when is it possible? When can Mac OS X be installed on a out-of-the-box laptop and run just like it would on a real Mac? Thanks, Dream the Impossible More »
Dear Lifehacker, I just finished the HSC this year and am starting university next year. I’ve been told that the average student takes a laptop to university, that a large majority use Macs, and that I should seriously consider getting one. However, I’ve used PCs all my life and while I am quite decent with using Windows, I have never spent the time getting accustomed to a Mac. More »
Portability is a key part of the attraction of notebook computers, but it also makes them easy to steal. New survey data suggests that over half of Australian businesses have seen some form of business equipment stolen, and laptops are at the top of the heap. More »
This is an unusual deal: from now until the end of the weekend, Harvey Norman is offering a second free laptop when you buy selected models. The main catch? Only AMD-based machines are included. More »
Hi Lifehacker, I recently bought an Asus U31SD, and one of the things that I love about it is the 10-hour battery life. How can I keep my battery in good condition for as long as possible? Am I better off keeping it plugged in whenever I’m near a power outlet? If I do unplug it, should I try to run the battery flat before charging again? There’s a lot of conflicting advice out there regarding battery care. Thanks, All Charged Up More »
We know it’s possible to be very productive with nothing except a smartphone, but for most business travellers, hitting the road is a multi-device experience, with phones, tablets and notebook PCs all playing a part. As our Business Travel Week coverage continues, we look at which scenarios make sense for which device. More »
Dear Lifehacker, I’ve just purchased a new laptop, as my previous laptop was stolen while I was travelling in Europe. The loss of my laptop happened on the last day, when I was travelling to the airport, so it pretty much carried the whole of my digital life for that fortnight. More »
Like notebook users everywhere, I’ve been contemplating switching to a solid state drive (SSD) machine to get better performance and battery life for a while. After a week on the road with an SSD laptop, I don’t think I can put off that upgrade any longer. More »
